Dual Diagnosis: Understanding and Addressing Co-occurring Substance Use and Psychiatric Disorders Dual diagnosis refers to the presence of a substance use disorder alongside a psychiatric disorder, presenting a complex challenge in treatment and management. Originating in the early 1980s in the U.S., the concept emphasizes the intertwined nature of substance abuse and mental health issues.…
Addiction treatment clients that are involved in a traditional program may feel that it is just another form of punishment—not treatment at all. Treatment centers often reinforce that idea through “clinical over-reach,” insisting on highly restrictive care in practically all cases. Clinical over-reach (too intense for too long) damages the therapeutic bond that addiction professionals…
Why Use the 12 Step Approach? It’s indisputable. Addiction recovery experts agree AA and NA meetings are the “go-to” place after rehab. If you were lucky, you were heavily exposed to one or both of these fellowships in treatment. The best addiction centers connect clients to support groups with a formal goal in the first…
Accidental overdoses and suicides among 18 – to 30-year-olds are increasing every year. The number of overdose deaths in 14 to 24-year-olds was over 5,000 in 2017 alone. Young adults are quickly progressing to harder drugs such as heroin, fentanyl, and crystal methamphetamine before they have a chance to grow up. Once they become addicted,…
Make no mistake, vaping behavior is a gateway to harder drug use. Getting hooked on nicotine through smoking is already the top addiction. Now, vapor delivers nicotine to the brain much more effectively than smoke. Higher blood concentrations of nicotine occur in “vapers” versus smokers, generally. But set aside physical addiction, the chemical and structural…
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, by the time a young person reaches high school, there is a strong likelihood he or she will have tried alcohol or drugs. In fact, approximately 70 percent of high school seniors admit to trying drugs at least once. Some of these young people will continue down…
IT’S LIFE OR DEATH: Drugs, alcohol and depression are now the leading causes of death in young people between the ages of 18 and 30, recently surpassing motor vehicle accidents. The numbers are staggering. Ask practically anyone and they know a heartbreaking story of a friend or loved one who has died from an alcohol…
“I needed to get away from people, places and things that always dragged me back down. Tampa is a great place to be. I’ve got great friends in recovery to hang out with and I’m building my life again. Tampa has a lot of opportunity, now that I am ready for it!” -Steve H. Private…
Private rooms in an upscale recovery residence sets a relaxing tone for recovery. Highly experienced and credentialed staff personalize the treatment experience for each resident. Accidental overdoses and suicides among 18 – 30 year olds increase every year. Young adults quickly progress to harder drugs such as heroin, fentanyl and crystal methamphetamine before they have…
Addiction is the leading cause of death in young people, surpassing car crashes. However, overdoses and drug-involved car crash fatalities are preventable. Early intervention, evaluation and treatment are the key. Addiction is a powerful force. Empower yourself. Learn more about substance use disorders, addiction, dual disorders, as well as treatment individualized treatment options. Consult with…